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Basalt

#4D4719

Basalt is a warm dark color with the hex code #4D4719. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 77, 71, 25 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 8%, 68%, 70% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Basalt Color Values

HEX
#4D4719
RGB
77, 71, 25
HSL
53°, 51%, 20%
CMYK
0, 8, 68, 70

About this color

Basalt sits at 53° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 51% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Basalt work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Basalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 8%, 68%, 70% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Basalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4D4719;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 77, 71, 25;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4D4719',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 8%
Y: 68%
K: 70%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(77, 71, 25)
rgba(77, 71, 25, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 53° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4D4719?
#4D4719 is Basalt, a warm dark color with RGB values of 77, 71, 25. It has a hue of 53°, 51% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #4D4719?
The RGB color code for #4D4719 is rgb(77, 71, 25). This means it contains 77 red, 71 green, and 25 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Basalt a warm or cool color?
Basalt (#4D4719) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #4D4719 in CSS?
You can use #4D4719 in CSS with: background-color: #4D4719; or color: #4D4719; or as an RGB value: rgb(77, 71, 25). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 8%, 68%, 70%.